Artemis II: Space Exploration, and the Question of African Future II By Prof. M. K. Othman Last week, in this column, I postponed the continuation of this article and paid special tributes to my aunt, two cousins, and a colleague who passed away on different days and in different locations in April 2026. May Allah…
The Rise and Transition to Glory of NPA’s Paul (Texas) Erakhifu By Ikechukwu Onyemekara GM Corporate Affairs, NPA From humble beginnings at the Nigerian Ports Authority (NPA) when he was employed on October 17th 1994 (Same month of his birth) as a junior staff on Grade Level 3, Paul Ikherovba Erakhifu popularly known as “Texas”…
Tinubu, Shettima, Others Extol Virtues of Pa Fasoranti at Centenary Celebration By Saheed Badmus Vice President Kashim Shettima has described Pa Fasoranti as a moral compass and living witness to Nigeria’s historical evolution, saying his life symbolises courage, sacrifice and principled commitment to public service. Vice President Kashim Shettima who stated this on Monday on…
Shettima Commissions Ondo’s First Flyover in Akure, Says Project Will Ease Traffic and Boost Economy By Chris Mark Vice President Kashim Shettima on Monday commissioned the Onyearugbulem–Shagari/Irese Road Flyover and Junction Improvement Project in Akure, describing it as a strategic intervention to ease congestion and spur industrial and commercial growth along the corridor. Speaking at…
You’re a living legend of Yoruba heritage, national service – Iya Adini eulogises Fasoranti at 100 By Chris Mark The Iya Adini of Akure Kingdom, Alhaja Hon. F. I. Gidado has joined family, friends, and well-wishers across Nigeria and the Yoruba nation to celebrate a towering elder statesman, Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, on the remarkable…
Trailblazing leadership, compassionate Service: The Inspiring story of Yeye Oge Hajia Nike Abdulrahman By Lai Gidado Hajia Musleemah Nike Abdulrahman stands as a shining example of visionary leadership, humanitarian service, and women-centred advocacy. A proud daughter of Offa in Kwara State, she has devoted her life to empowering communities, strengthening institutions, and promoting inclusive governance….
EX-EKITI GOVERNOR KAYODE FAYEMI PENS GLOWING TRIBUTE TO PA REUBEN FASORANTI ON HIS CENTENARY CELEBRATION It is with profound gratitude to God and deep admiration that I join family, friends, associates, compatriots, and countless admirers across Nigeria and the world in celebrating the centenary anniversary of our father, my principal, an extraordinary patriot, elder statesman,…
PRESIDENT BOLA TINUBU PENS GLOWING TRIBUTE TO PA REUBEN FASORANTI AS AFENIFERE LEADER MARKS 100TH BIRTHDAY My joy knows no bounds as we witness Pa Reuben Fasoranti, our father, elder statesman, administrator, pro-democracy activist, prominent politician, and foremost Afenifere leader, attain the milestone age of 100 on May 11. Baba Fasoranti deserves all the encomiums…
Zonal Woman Leader Hails Dickson’s Leadership After NDC’s Successful Convention. By Chris Mark History has once again been made under the visionary leadership of Senator Henry Seriake Dickson — Founder and National Leader of the Nigerian Democratic Congress (NDC). The successful and peaceful conduct of the maiden elective convention of the NDC stands as…
NDC convention: NigeriaFIRST Foundation applauds party’s unity, declares non-partisan commitment to democracy … backs women’s 35% drive By Dally Iyamu The NigeriaFIRST Foundation has congratulated the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on the occasion of its National Convention. It commended the party for what it described as unity, magnanimity and political maturity in convening stakeholders for…
